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Leica M-E Digital Rangefinder Camera Body, 18MP, 2.5" TFT Display, 0.68x Optical Viewfinder Magnification GRAY

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2013-06-13T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Amazing !!

after releasing New M-E which is almost (M9) just without lever and USB sold my previus camera and got it for my landscape using Carlzeiss 21mm ZM f/2 the camera have an amazing image quality specialiy if u shot in daylight or sunset - sunrise small and light easy to be with u all the day it is little dificult to use GND lee filters wihtout put after u use it for 1 month u gonna love this camera especially for nature or portrait .

Saleh

2013-02-04T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

More sensible than the M9

As someone who takes photos primarily in available light, a rangefinder camera was the end goal when I had my start in photography. Moving from Canon SLRs to a Ricoh GXR w/ A12 mount and now ultimately the M-E I will say the M-E combines the best of both the previous systems. Focusing and shooting continuous in low-light are two critical aspects that I have been very pleased with so far, allowing me to ensure my photos are well-focused and with minimal shake. Photos taken in low-light with point lighting in the frame can turn out a bit underexposed. If you keep this in mind and increase EV by 1-2 stops in these scenarios you'll be fine, but it's something to keep in mind.

MICHAEL C.

2013-02-04T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

love it

so this is basically an m9 without a couple useless features. the color is great, muted, and subtle. the size is great. image quality is superb and isn't even that bad at 1600 iso...although 800 and below is where I try to use it most...with 160 pretty amazing. so the only caviet is getting past the "windows 98' ish experience" you'll have with the lcd...for the price, there is no excuse for the poor lcd, but once you laugh it off (out loud, likely) and move on it is a camera you wont want to put down.

CHRIS H.

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Leica M-E Specifications

  • Camera Type

    Compact digital view and rangefinder system still camera

  • Lens mount

    Leica M bayonet with additional sensor for 6-bit coding

  • Lens system

    Leica M Lenses

  • Top cover

    Milled brass top cover with classic M design

  • Material

    All-metal case made of die-cast magnesium; synthetic leather covering. Cap and base plate made of brass

  • Image sensor

    KAF-18500 18 MP CCD Sensor

  • Number of effective pixels

    18 MP

  • Sensitivity range

    ISO 160 - ISO 2500, pull 80 available, Auto ISO

  • Imaging platform

    DSP based computing platform with Leica imaging algorithms

  • LCD monitor

    2.5" TFT display with 230000 pixels

  • Shutter

    Closed type focal plane shutter for classic image exposure with external cocking mechanics

  • Shutter speed

    1 / 4000 s - 240 s (in Bulb), 1 / 180 s flash synchronization

  • Burst rate

    2 fps

  • Self timer

    Off / 2s / 12s

  • Storage media

    SD / SDHC Memory cards

  • Image file format

    DNG (RAW data uncompressed or nonlinear compressed), JPEG

  • File size

    DNG: 18 MB (compressed) / 36 MB (uncompressed), JPEG: Resolution and image content dependent

  • JPG Resolutions

    5212 X 3472 (18 MP), 3840 X 2592 (10 MP), 2592 X 1728 (4.5 MP), 1728 X 1152 (2 MP), 1280 X 846 pixels (1 MP)

  • Color spaces

    sRGB / Adobe RGB

  • White balance

    Auto / Daylight / Cloudy / Shade / Tungsten / Fluorescent 1 / Fluorescent 2 / Flash / Manual / Kelvin 2000-12800

  • Other functions

    Saturation, Contrast, Sharpening

  • Exposure metering

    Through the Lens (TTL) metering, center-weighted with variable aperture, center-weighted
    TTL metering for flash exposure with system SCA-3000 / 2 standard flash units

  • Exposure setting

    Manual shutter speed setting with direct dial, A-Mode with direct dial

  • Exposure modes

    Automatic shutter speed (A-Mode), Manual exposure (M-Mode)

  • Exposure compensation

    -3 EV to + 3 EV, 1/3 f-stops

  • Exposure bracketing

    3 / 5/ 7 frames, 0.5 / 1 / 1.5 / 2 f-stops

  • Flash exposure metering

    Control with center-weighted TTL pre-flash metering (with SCA-3501 / 3502 adapter, or SCA-3000 standard flash unit such as Leica SF 24D / Leica SF 58)

  • Hot shoe

    SCA - 3502 compatible hot shoe with center contact

  • Flash synchronization

    Optional triggered at first or second shutter curtain

  • Flash synch time

    1 / 180 s

  • Focusing methods

    Manual focus with optical rangefinder

  • Optical viewfinder

    Large, light bright-line rangefinder with automatic parallax compensation, optical illumination

  • Optical viewfinder frame lines

    Framelines size matches image sensor size at 1 m focusing distance

  • Optical viewfinder correction

    Eyepiece adjusted to 0.5 dpt. Corrective lenses from -3 to =3 dpt available (optional)

  • Optical viewfinder magnification

    0.68 x

  • Optical viewfinder displays

    LED symbol for flash status (at bottom). Four-digit seven-segment LED digital display, brightness adapted to ambient conditions, for, Warning in case of exposure correction: display of automatic shutter speed in automatic mode, advisory indicating use of metering memory lock. LED exposure monitor with two triangular and one central circular LED with manual exposure setting and for focus confirmation

  • Rangefinder

    Split of superimposed image range finder shown as a bright field in the center of the viewfinder image

  • Rangefinder effective metering basis

    47.1 mm (mechanical metering basis 69.25 mm x viewfinder magnification 0.68 times)

  • Start up time

    < 1s

  • Power supply

    Li-ion battery (included), 3.7 V, 1860 mAh

  • Horizon

    No

  • Sensor cleaning

    Manual cleaning function

  • User profiles

    4 profiles

  • Menu languages

    English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Russian, Japanese, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese

  • Tripod thread

    A ¼ (1/4") DIN made of stainless steel in base plate

  • Operating temperature

    0deg. C - 40 deg. C

  • Dimensions (W x D x H)

    139 x 42 x 80 mm (5.5 x 1.7 x 3.1")

  • Weight

    585g (20.6oz)

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About Leica M-E Digital Rangefinder Camera Body, 18MP, 2.5" TFT Display, 0.68x Optical Viewfinder Magnification GRAY

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Amazing !!

By Saleh

after releasing New M-E which is almost (M9) just without lever and USB sold my previus camera and got it for my landscape using Carlzeiss 21mm ZM f/2 the camera have an amazing image quality specialiy if u shot in daylight or sunset - sunrise small and light easy to be with u all the day it is little dificult to use GND lee filters wihtout put after u use it for 1 month u gonna love this camera especially for nature or portrait .

Technically at the high level of a rangefinder technology perfected over decades, the Leica M-E Digital Rangefinder Camera Body stands for the essence of rangefinder photography. With its concentration on essential photographic functions for accustomed dependability in all typical M fields of use, it is the ideal entry-level model for photographers wishing to experience the fascination of M-Photography.

Featuring the proven, high-resolution, 18 MP CCD sensors in full 35 mm format, the Leica M-E offers maximum imaging quality in combination with the distinct advantages of rangefinder photography. Its most distinctive feature is a minimized, purist, design statement. The top deck and base plate are discreetly finished in unobtrusive anthracite gray. The application of a new leather trim with enhanced grip characteristics ideally complements the camera's classical design.

Leica M-E Digital Rangefinder Camera Body, 18MP, 2.5" TFT Display, 0.68x Optical Viewfinder Magnification GRAY Features

  • The smallest interchangeable lens full frame camera in the world
  • Unique Leica lenses deliver the best image quality
  • Brilliant viewfinder quality and precise focusing through the Leica rangefinder
  • The essence of rangefinder photography, reduced to the essential photographic features
  • Classic Leica M design with anthracite grey on top cover and easy grip leather

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What's in the box:

  • Leica M-E Digital Rangefinder Camera Body
  • Battery
  • Charger with Power Cables for EU and USA
  • 12V Charging Cable
  • Carrying Strap
  • Body Cap
  • Leica Warranty
  • Box
  • Charger
  • Strap

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Leica M and M-E Rangefinder Cameras Launched

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